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POSITION SUMMARY

This position is accountable for providing carpentry skills at marine project locations for Orion Marine Construction Gulf Coastwith project locations for Orion in the Southern Louisiana area - Lake Charles and Baton Rogue area . Incumbents are responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing concrete forms, scaffolds, tunnel supports, frame building and shelters according to sketches, blueprints, or oral instructions. Typically, they will work closely with a Project Superintendent, Barge Foreman, Crane Operator, Boat Captain, Laborers, and other skilled or semi-skilled crafts persons.

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works as assigned by the Project Superintendent or Barge Foreman to ensure the successful completion of on-going or new marine construction projects.
• Secures and maintains basic tools to perform carpentry duties including hammer (framing and trimming), nail bag, tape measure, utility knives, chisel assortment, level, farming square, screwdriver assortment, nail set, etc.
• Returns carpentry tools to Marine Yard or secured location on jobsite once project is complete.
• Interprets plans and specifications to build, construct, or repair the wooden structure or form that is being worked on.
• Receives building and construction materials and off loads these materials in a safe and proficient fashion.
• Lays out foundation, building lines and anchor bolts.
• Shoots elevations and grades as may be required by the project.
• Erects, forms, and monitors pour regarding depressed areas, building lines, anchor bolts, etc.
• Performs wood framing and metal stud framing as dictated by the project.
• Inspects and makes minor repairs to wooden structures as required.
• Picks up needed materials and supplies to complete project.
• Works closely with the Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Helpers, and other skilled crafts persons to complete current projects in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensures participation in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of two (2) years carpentry experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary carpentry skills, knowledge and abilities is required. The incumbent must also be able to communicate well and have good knowledge of the:

• Practices and materials of the carpentry trade related to concrete forming for reinforced concrete structures.
• Operation of various types of marine equipment and devices.
• Importance of safe work practices in a marine construction environment.
• Carpentry craft and be capable of demonstrating proficiency to perform the job.
• General knowledge of concrete forming systems.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate.

The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

In addition, Carpenters must be capable of:

• Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters.
• Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back in performance of work.
• Climbing vertical ladders to heights of 40'-50'.
• Working in confined spaces and working at elevated heights.
• Lifting objects up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Carrying objects up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Adapting to extreme temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure
• Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.